Camino Portugués from Porto · Stage 2 of 11
Stage 2: Vilarinho to Barcelos
- From
- Vilarinho
- To
- Barcelos
- Distance
- 28.1 km
- Climb
- ↑ 658 m
- Descent
- ↓ 704 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
Rolling countryside, a Romanesque church and the town of the famous rooster.
Practical tips
Well marked, with moderate gradients and plenty of services. Barcelos has heavy traffic. You can stop at Pedra Furada or Barcelinhos.
Along the way
São Pedro de Rates
Its Romanesque church is one of the oldest in Portugal, linked to the legend of Saint Peter of Rates, said to be the first bishop of Braga.
More photos of São Pedro de Rates →
Barcelos
Home of the Barcelos rooster, Portugal's national symbol. Legend tells of a pilgrim wrongly condemned who was saved when a roast cockerel stood up and crowed, a story very like Santo Domingo de la Calzada's.
More photos of Barcelos →Where to sleep in Barcelos
- Albergue Cidade de BarcelosPublic
Planning note: distances and climbs are approximate and stages are a suggestion. Albergues listed are long-established ones; opening dates, prices and beds change, so check before you go. Accommodation links may be affiliate links.